South Africa 1 GB eSIM (NextLink)
Data1 GB
Validity7 days
Network & coverage5G1 destination
South Africa
$4.49
Prepaid data plans
South Africa eSIM plans
South Africa eSIM plans from Easy Travel Data start at $4.49: 8 prepaid plans with 1 to 25 GB, valid 7 to 30 days. The QR code arrives by email within minutes of payment, and if no code arrives within 1 hour, the order is refunded automatically.
- Plans
- 8
- Starting at
- $4.49
- 5G
- Every plan
NextLink
Ubigi
South Africa 3 GB eSIM (NextLink)
Data3 GB
Validity15 days
Network & coverage5G1 destination
South Africa
$10.99
South Africa 3 GB eSIM (Ubigi)
Data3 GB
Validity15 days
Network & coverage5G1 destination
South Africa
$13.99
South Africa 5 GB eSIM (NextLink)
Data5 GB
Validity21 days
Network & coverage5G1 destination
South Africa
$15.99
South Africa 10 GB eSIM (NextLink)
Data10 GB
Validity30 days
Network & coverage5G1 destination
South Africa
$26.99
South Africa 10 GB eSIM (Ubigi)
Data10 GB
Validity30 days
Network & coverage5G1 destination
South Africa
$28.99
South Africa 20 GB eSIM (NextLink)
Data20 GB
Validity30 days
Network & coverage5G1 destination
South Africa
$47.99
South Africa 25 GB eSIM (Ubigi)
Data25 GB
Validity30 days
Network & coverage5G1 destination
South Africa
$58.99
About South Africa eSIM plans
Every South Africa plan can be topped up, so a long or open-ended trip does not need the largest plan up front. NextLink routes through western Europe; Ubigi does not publish a breakout location.
Which plan suits your trip
- A week in Cape Town or Johannesburg: 1 GB for 7 days, or 3 GB for 15 days.
- Two to three weeks including a safari: 5 GB for 21 days, or 10 GB on a 30 day plan.
- A month or remote work: 20 GB or 25 GB, 30 days.
Pick a South Africa eSIM by need
- Cheapest: South Africa 1 GB eSIM (NextLink) (NextLink), $4.49 for 7 days.
- Best value per GB: South Africa 25 GB eSIM (Ubigi) (Ubigi), about $2.36 per GB.
- Longest validity: 30 days, shared by 4 plans; the cheapest of them is South Africa 10 GB eSIM (NextLink) at $26.99.
Regional plans that include South Africa
These multi-country plans cover South Africa alongside its neighbours, which is worth comparing if the trip has more than one stop.
Global Special 1 GB eSIM (Sparks)
Data1 GB
Validity7 days
Network & coverage4G/LTE128 destinations
Afghanistan · Albania · Algeria +125 more
$8.99
Discover Global 1 GB eSIM (Airalo)
Data1 GB
Validity7 days
Network & coverage4G/LTE156 destinations
Albania · Algeria · Andorra +153 more
$9.49
Africa 1 GB eSIM (Ubigi)
Data1 GB
Validity30 days
Network & coverage4G/LTE23 destinations
Algeria · Benin · Botswana +20 more
$10.99
Best World 1 GB eSIM (Ubigi)
Data1 GB
Validity30 days
Network & coverage4G/LTE173 destinations
Albania · Algeria · Andorra +170 more
$11.99
Global Special 2 GB eSIM (Sparks)
Data2 GB
Validity15 days
Network & coverage4G/LTE128 destinations
Afghanistan · Albania · Algeria +125 more
$13.99
Discover Global 2 GB eSIM (Airalo)
Data2 GB
Validity15 days
Network & coverage4G/LTE156 destinations
Albania · Algeria · Andorra +153 more
$14.99
Africa 1 GB eSIM (eSIMGo)
Data1 GB
Validity7 days
Network & coverage4G/LTE10 destinations
Egypt · Kenya · Madagascar +7 more
$14.99
World 1 GB eSIM (Ubigi)
Data1 GB
Validity30 days
Network & coverage4G/LTE184 destinations
Albania · Algeria · Andorra +181 more
$16.99
Compare all 8 South Africa plans in a table
| Plan | Provider | Data | Days | 5G | Hotspot | Top-up | Exit via | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa 1 GB eSIM (NextLink) | NextLink | 1 GB | 7 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Western Europe | $4.49 |
| South Africa 3 GB eSIM (NextLink) | NextLink | 3 GB | 15 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Western Europe | $10.99 |
| South Africa 3 GB eSIM (Ubigi) | Ubigi | 3 GB | 15 | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | $13.99 |
| South Africa 5 GB eSIM (NextLink) | NextLink | 5 GB | 21 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Western Europe | $15.99 |
| South Africa 10 GB eSIM (NextLink) | NextLink | 10 GB | 30 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Western Europe | $26.99 |
| South Africa 10 GB eSIM (Ubigi) | Ubigi | 10 GB | 30 | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | $28.99 |
| South Africa 20 GB eSIM (NextLink) | NextLink | 20 GB | 30 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Western Europe | $47.99 |
| South Africa 25 GB eSIM (Ubigi) | Ubigi | 25 GB | 30 | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | $58.99 |
How much data for a South Africa trip, and which plan covers it
| Trip length | Light use | Moderate use | Heavy use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | 1–2 GB South Africa 3 GB eSIM (NextLink) $10.99 | 2–4 GB South Africa 5 GB eSIM (NextLink) $15.99 | 5–8 GB South Africa 10 GB eSIM (NextLink) $26.99 |
| 7 days | 2–3 GB South Africa 3 GB eSIM (NextLink) $10.99 | 4–7 GB South Africa 10 GB eSIM (NextLink) $26.99 | 9–15 GB South Africa 20 GB eSIM (NextLink) $47.99 |
| 10 days | 3–5 GB South Africa 5 GB eSIM (NextLink) $15.99 | 6–10 GB South Africa 10 GB eSIM (NextLink) $26.99 | 13–20 GB South Africa 20 GB eSIM (NextLink) $47.99 |
| 14 days | 4–7 GB South Africa 10 GB eSIM (NextLink) $26.99 | 8–14 GB South Africa 20 GB eSIM (NextLink) $47.99 | 18–28 GB No single plan covers this |
| 30 days | 8–15 GB South Africa 20 GB eSIM (NextLink) $47.99 | 15–25 GB South Africa 25 GB eSIM (Ubigi) $58.99 | 30–50+ GB No single plan covers this |
Data ranges come from our trip data calculator. Each cell links the cheapest plan we sell with at least the top of that range and enough days for the whole trip; prices are live.
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South Africa eSIM questions
Do South Africa eSIM plans support 5G?
Yes. All 8 plans list 5G where the local network and your phone support it; otherwise they fall back to 4G LTE.
When does a South Africa eSIM start?
NextLink, Ubigi plans start on first data use. Install before you fly and keep the line switched off until you arrive.
Can I top up a South Africa eSIM?
NextLink, Ubigi plans can be topped up.
Where does my traffic exit with a South Africa eSIM?
Each plan page lists its IP breakout location: NextLink via Western Europe. Providers without a listed location are not shown here.
Does a South Africa eSIM include a phone number?
No. All South Africa plans are data only, without a local number, calls or SMS. Hotspot sharing is allowed on every plan.
What if my eSIM does not arrive?
Your QR code is emailed within minutes of payment. If it is not ready within one hour we refund the order automatically and email you a confirmation.